Traveling from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is six hours behind Marseille, where Marseille Provence Airport is located. Chicago observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MRS to Chicago flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MRS to Chicago with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Central Marseille to MRS is around 12 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 25 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MRS:
73.25% of flights that take off from Marseille Provence Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Chicago
$353 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts from $561. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from MRS to Chicago, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 25 miles. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MRS to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 12 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your MRS to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Find your way to the city center after your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is about 85 miles from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will take you there in around 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the center, head for a hotel close to RFD. Check in to one of these stays after your MRS to Chicago flight:
Stay in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago is a smart way to go. Along with more affordable prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Travel to Chicago in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 59ºF to 84ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from MRS to Chicago in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºF and 37ºF on average.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-visits when exploring Chicago.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 280 miles south-east to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, head for Indianapolis, about 160 miles south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.
